Patient Care Associate - General Surgery

Location: Baton Rouge, LA

Posted:Dec 19, 2018

Job Description

Come join our compassionate and caring patient care team. The Patient Care Associate works under the direct supervision of a registered nurse and provides care directly to the patient at the bedside. Responsibilities will include assisting the patient with feeding, bed linen changes, patient cleaning, takes and records vital signs, documents in the electronic medical record and other duties as assigned. The successful candidate will be team oriented and willing to work in a fast paced environment.

Education/Experience Requirements:
High school diploma or GED
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), EMT-B, or Military Medic
Experience in a nursing home or hospital setting preferred
Strong computer charting skills
Maintains knowledge of and adherence to all applicable HIPAA regulations